[North Alabama] Ran across this guy while hiking today. About 3 - 4 inches long (didn't think to include a reference item until too late).
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Somebody on r/whatisthisthing (whose automod suggested I try here) just suggested it's an Imperial Moth Caterpillar.
That is correct. They have a couple different color morphs, some are near black, most are green, and some are considerably orange. Grows up to be a good looking yellow and purple moth.
It defintely looks good as a moth. Looks like it'll blend in well with the fall colors.
Thanks!